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A major break in the investigation to find the shooter who killed two students at Brown University and an MIT professor came from an unlikely source: a tip posted on Reddit.Authorities announced they found the suspect, identified as 48-year-old Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound on Dec. 18, five days after he allegedly opened fire on students in a study session during finals season.

How a Reddit post about the Brown shooter 'blew this case right open'

Gunman had known ISIS sympathies and was part of al-Sharaa's new security forcesArmy releases names of two Iowa National Guardsmen killed in SyriaFox News chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin has the latest on the two National Guardsmen killed in Syria on 'America Reports.'A deadly insider attack that killed two U.S. service members in Syria is prompting fresh scrutiny of the Trump administration’s counter-ISIS approach and its rapid embrace of Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa.

Deadly strike on US troops tests Trump’s counter-ISIS plan — and his trust in Syria’s new leader

TikTok on Thursday signed a deal to spin off its U.S. business, bringing to a close a months-long saga to keep the popular social media app available in the U.S.Nearly 50 percent of the assets — or 15 percent each — will be held by three American companies, Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX.

TikTok signs deal to spin off US business

Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes rose in November from the previous month, but slowed compared to a year earlier for the first time since May despite average long-term mortgage rates holding near their low point for the year.Existing home sales rose 0.5% in last month from October to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.13 million units, the National Association of Realtors said Friday.

Why were home prices still climbing last month despite slowing sales?

One day after retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family died in a private plane crash in North Carolina, his mother in-law said the family doesn't know how they're going to fill the "huge hole" left behind.Biffle, his wife, Christina Grossu Biffle, their son Ryder and Biffle's daughter Emma were among the seven people killed when a Cessna C550 crashed while landing at Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina on Friday morning.

Greg Biffle's wife texted "we're in trouble" moments before fiery plane crash, relative says

Nearly two years after being adopted, a dog watched his family walk away from him, and a video of his reaction brought people to tears.In a recent Instagram video posted to the account @thenowlins.fostering, a dog named Diesel stood frozen in an animal shelter, with his eyes peeled to the door.

Dog Has Heartbreaking Reaction Watching Family Walk Away After Surrender

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is planning to reduce the number of shots in the schedule of recommended vaccines for children, according to reports.The U.S. vaccination schedule will be “close to” recommendations in Denmark and will be announced in 2026, according to CNN, which first reported the story citing an unidentified source who was not authorized to speak on the matter.

HHS to overhaul childhood vaccines, will recommend fewer shots

Yang's final episode airs this weekend with Ariana Grande hosting and musical guest CherBowen Yang tells 'The View' he had concerns about playing Vance on SNL, jokes VP is 'pope killer'SNL cast member Bowen Yang told "The View" on Thursday that he felt there was a better person to play JD Vance on the show and joked that the vice president was a "pope killer."

'SNL's' Bowen Yang leaving show mid-season

Pope Leo names Rev Manuel de Jesús Rodríguez, who has criticized US immigration policies, as bishop of Palm BeachPope Leo XIV on Friday named the Rev Manuel de Jesús Rodríguez, now pastor of a predominantly Hispanic church in the Queens borough of New York City, as bishop of Palm Beach, Florida.

Pro-immigrant pastor named bishop of Florida diocese home to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate

Keith Lee has been awarded the TikTok U.S. creator of the year award for his viral food reviews. Lee joined CBS News with more details on his success.

Keith Lee crowned TikTok U.S. creator of the year for impactful food reviews

The Justice Department appealed a judge's orders that dismissed high-profile criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.The department filed notices of appeal Dec. 19 to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in both cases. The appeal comes after Senior U.S. District Judge Cameron McGowan Currie ruled that Lindsey Halligan, a former personal lawyer to President Donald Trump, was unlawfully appointed interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia on Sept. 22 by Attorney General Pam Bondi.

DOJ appeals rulings that tossed James Comey and Letitia James cases

Skaggs' family filed a wrongful death lawsuitFox News Flash top sports headlines for December 18Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com.The Los Angeles Angels and the family of Tyler Skaggs reached a settlement in the family’s wrongful death lawsuit against the team.

Angels settle wrongful death lawsuit with family of Tyler Skaggs, who died from fentanyl-laced pills

“Jobs most likely to be taken over by robots.”The first clue something is off usually shows up where semi-truck drivers grab coffee and kill time. When truck stops thin out in December, people notice.That’s the backdrop for what just happened in Laredo, Texas, a place that normally hums with cross-border freight and holiday volume.

‘Should Send Off the Alarm Bells Like Crazy’: Laredo Texas Trucking Company Lays Off 600 Drivers and Files Bankruptcy

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (WKRC) - A father who left his baby in the middle of an intersection and murdered him with his truck after arguing with the child's mother learned his fate.Justin Golden, 21, pled guilty to vehicular homicide and aggravated manslaughter in September in connection to the death of his 8-month-old son Pablo, which took place on January 25, according to court documents obtained by Law & Crime.

Father sentenced after placing infant in middle of intersection, running him over with car

Marc Saltzman | Special to USA TODAYBuying a video game gift for a loved one is a lot like ordering a pizza: you think it’s a relatively simple task until you realize the vast number of choices you must make.Not only do you need to make sure it’s worthy of the price (as much as $70 for a current release), but it must also be age appropriate and work on the recipient’s gaming platform of choice, such as the Nintendo Switch (1 or 2), Xbox (Series X/S), PlayStation 5 (PS5), or Windows PC.

Game on: Here are the best video games of 2025

Authorities charged Nick Reiner with double homicide after parents spent years trying to help with his substance abuse strugglesNick Reiner’s childhood yoga instructor recalls his 'disruptive' behaviorAlanna Zabel, who wrote the book "A Chair in the Air" inspired by Nick, says Nick's frequent disruptions during Michele's sessions led to one-on-one yoga sessions with Nick.

Rob and Michele Reiner spent years trying to save son Nick from addiction before tragic deaths

DEAR ABBY: My 58-year-old husband recently shared a bed in our camper with a 21-year-old family friend. The friend is female. This happened in my absence. He thinks of her as a “daughter,” and although I’m not concerned about anything inappropriate happening between them, I still feel it was inappropriate.

Dear Abby: My 58-year-old husband recently shared a bed in our camper with a 21-year-old family friend

No pet lives forever, but one cat is pushing the limits, outpacing the average lifespan for felines.A recent TikTok video posted by @katarinas.garage went viral, reaching over 1.1 million views within a week, after the owner showed off her 27-year-old cat, Sabre, calmly, and wobbly, walking around during at a vet appointment and exploring the room.

Woman Reveals Age of Ancient Cat—Internet Can’t Believe He’s Still Alive

Put this in your pipe and smoke it: Donald Trump just legalized marijuana across the US.As On The Money has been reporting since April, our famously drug-and-drink-averse president has been inching ever closer to making marijuana significantly less criminal in the eyes of the federal government.

Trump just legalized marijuana nationwide — here’s why potheads are rejoicing

Karla Garcia, the mother of Jacqueline "Mimi" Torres-Garcia, and Karla's boyfriend, Jonatan Nanita, are facing new charges. The pair is now accused of lying about their SNAP benefits.The Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) said the two lied on their SNAP benefit documentation and shared their EBT cards without authorization.

Mother, ex-boyfriend charged in death of 11-year-old charged with lying over SNAP benefits

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said the DOJ only released a 'fraction' of the files it was legally required to disclose by the deadline. Yet the agency said its compliance was 'historic.'The Epstein files are out, and the lawmakers who forced their release are not satisfied.

'Grossly fails.' Lawmakers behind Epstein files' release slam DOJ

PHOENIX — For a second day in a row, a long-brewing internal fight between MAGA influencers spilled onto the stage of Turning Point USA's first annual conference since the September slaying of Charlie Kirk, the organization's co-founder.Podcaster Ben Shapiro, speaking on the AmericaFest convention's opening night Thursday, ripped into right-wing broadcasters Tucker Carlson, Steve Bannon, Candace Owens and Megyn Kelly, as well as white nationalist Nick Fuentes.

MAGA infighting over Israel and 2028 heats up at the Turning Point USA conference

Dementia is a condition that many fear, often seen as a dark cloud looming over the future. It’s a term that encompasses various types of cognitive decline, and it can feel overwhelming. But what if I told you that there are ways to reverse and slow its progression?

#1 best way to reverse & slow dementia

If you count yourself among the many coffee drinkers who prefer their coffee with a hint of sweetness, coffee creamer may be your go-to grab at the supermarket. But before you pick up your next canister, be aware that there's a massive recall affecting over 75,000 bottles of International Delight's Hazelnut and Cinnabon Classic Cinnamon Roll flavored creamers.

A Massive Coffee Creamer Recall Due To Spoilage Is Causing Illness

Bowen Yang has made 'SNL' history since joining the cast in season 45NEED TO KNOWBowen Yang is leaving Saturday Night LiveHe joined the sketch comedy show in 2019, becoming the first Chinese-American cast memberIn April 2025, the comedian said that he would grow out of the show "at some point"

Why Is Bowen Yang Leaving “Saturday Night Live”? Everything He's Said About His Time on the Show

Honda has just announced a safety recall affecting a small but notable slice of its latest high-tech vehicles: the 2025 CR-V e:FCEV, a hydrogen-powered SUV that represents one of the company’s boldest steps into fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). The recall affects 388 vehicles in the United States and was filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in mid-December 2025.

Honda Just Recalled Nearly Every CR-V e:FCEV It’s Sold So Far

‘Twas the week before Christmas in a Montreal store, when Santa stole groceries, then walked out the door.A group of thieves wearing Santa Clause and elf costumes stole cartloads of groceries from a supermarket in Montreal on Monday night, with an activist group later claiming credit for what they said was a Robin Hood-inspired heist to provide food to the needy.

Thieves dressed as Santa and elves raid Montreal grocery store, claim inspiration from Robin Hood

This irritable airline staffer was finally tapped out of excuses.A United Airlines flight attendant was arrested for battery earlier this year after allegedly tapping someone on the shoulder — and newly released body camera footage is providing more details on what really went down.The incident involving a crew member from a separate airline occurred on March 8 on a bus in the employee parking lot.

Flight attendant arrested ahead of boarding for tapping someone on the shoulder

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.When winter temperatures drop, one of the most common questions homeowners ask is whether they should drip their faucets. You've probably heard this advice before, but knowing exactly when to start, which faucets actually need it, and how much water should be running makes the difference between effective protection and wasted effort.

Dripping faucets prevents frozen pipes in your home — here's how to do it properly

The president’s words of support for the My Pillow Guy came at a rally in North Carolina. Trump has planned a year of stops ahead of the 2026 midterms.President Donald Trump at a Dec. 19 rally threw his support behind "My Pillow Guy" Mike Lindell, touting him as his favorite to be the next governor of Minnesota.